CAS
CAS enables and inspires each student to develop
a spirit of discovery and initiative that has real benefits and consequences.It
encourages students to discover new skills, interests and to develop a sense of
responsibility and personal commitment to do what they can to improve world
around them and increase the well being of others. |
What is CAS? |
Creativity
includes all kind artistic activities or any other activities. Other activities
can involve imagination and creative thinking, example: taking art class,
participating in a school theatre, planning and designing website… |
Action includes team or individual expeditions or any other physical activities: playing on a school team, taking a yoga or martial arts class, participating in a hiking or biking club. |
Service
includes projects and activities that benefit the school, local, national and
international communities. Example: serving on the student council, volunteering
at a local child-care center for homeless children, fundraising for an
international project or organization. |
Nature of the Program
Students are expected to be involved for the equivalent of at the least three to
four hours a week, 150 hours over two years. Each activity or project should be
monitored appropriateness, quality and student participation. Evaluation by the
school and self-evaluation by the student is an ongoing process throughout the
two-year diploma period.
AN ACTIVITY WITHOUT REFLECTION IS NOT A CAS ACTIVITY!